relieve

Example Sentences

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“This is the only place where I can relieve the stress.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

It was reminiscent of Roger Federer at his best, able to relieve pressure and deflate opponents by serving his way out of trouble.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

"Speaking both as a scientist and as a family member of people affected by chronic pain, the potential to relieve suffering without fueling the opioid crisis is exciting."

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

Shorter lines would actually relieve pressure to get a funding deal done by taking away a major pain point.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

When the sun was low in the sky, Frederick and Bruno took me outside so that I could relieve myself of nature’s call.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff